Rio Branco Sneaker

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Classic trainer made from recycled materials

Some things never go out of style—like this classic sneaker from Veja. If we can bring back the suede-and-mesh look of a retro kick, we can bring back the fabrics to craft this pair of eco-friendly shoes for a second spin, too. Ethically made in Brazil, this is a comfortable and supportive way to step out and feel particularly good about it.

Features

• An ethical and eco-conscious trainer that packs killer style
• Alveomesh uppers are lightweight, breathable, and made from recycled polyester
• Panels made from leather and water-repellent suede
• Veja logo made from Amazonian rubber
• Tech lining for a high-performance interior
• Wild rubber insole with comfort for all-day wear
• Midsole made with sugar cane adds structure and support
• Grippy outsole made from fair-trade rubber from the Amazon forest

Materials

• Alveomesh Upper: Alveomesh (100% recycled polyester)
• Panels: Leather and suede
• Logo V: Amazonian rubber
• Tech Lining: 100% recycled polyester
• Insole: Amazonian rubber, sugar cane, recycled EVA, organic cotton
• Midsole: Sugar cane
• Outsole: Amazonian rubber
• Laces: 100% organic cotton
• Made in Brazil in factories and workshops that exceed International Labor Standards, ensuring fair pay and dignified living and working conditions

Sizing

• The Rio Branco Mesh Sneaker has a slightly snug fit, we recommend taking one size above your normal shoe size
• See size conversions in the chart below

EU Size	40	41	42	43	44	45	46	47
US Size	7	8	9	10	11	11.5	12	12.5
Foot Length	25.3	26	26.6	27.3	28	28.6	29.3	30

All measurements are in centimeters.

Care

• Hand wash cold or spot clean, lay flat to dry
• Before wearing them for the first time, Veja recommends using a waterproof spray for added protection

About Veja

Veja means “look” in Portuguese. It’s a name that came about after Veja’s founders, Sebastien Kopp and François-Ghislain Morillion, took a look behind the curtain of the sneaker industry and decided they could do better than the status quo. They realized that by skipping the marketing costs of bigger brands, they could build Veja sneakers from organic cotton canvas, sustainable leather, wild rubber, and mesh from upcycled plastic bottles. They could offer fairer pay for workers and attain a B-Corp certification for sustainability. In other words, they could make shoes that are better in every way: for the planet, for the people who make them, and for the person wearing them, too. Since launching the first pair of Veja shoes in 2005, the brand has done exactly that, and the company now boasts a wide lineup of stylish, sustainably made footwear.